Top 5 Summer Activities for a Family Weekend in Gryon!

Traveling with children can be quite a challenge for parents! Little ones are bursting with energy and constantly looking for new ways to be entertained… Fortunately, in Gryon, there are plenty of summer activities perfectly suited for kids. A great source of inspiration for a fun-filled family weekend in the region!

1. Gryon Parc: a play area designed especially for children

Located right next to the Gryon Tourist Office, Gryon Parc offers a wide range of games and activities for your children. Easily accessible by cogwheel train from Bex or Villars, it’s the perfect complement to a swim at Lake Frience. At Gryon Parc, you’ll find:

• A crazy 18-hole mini-golf course
• A sky-dive ride where children travel 50 meters while seated on a chair suspended 15 meters above the ground
• An electric mini go-kart track and a miniature train
• A playground with slides, swings, and a zip line

2. The Dahu Trail: A Fun and Educational Walk to Teach Children About the Importance of Water and Its Preservation

On the trail leading to Lake Frience from the Barboleuse–Les Chaux gondola station, children embark on an adventure by completing fun missions based on the story of the Dahu. Along this 1.4 km path, they enjoy discovering the richness of nature, especially the importance of water in the mountains! By the end of the Dahu Trail, your kids will have the sharp eye of a little naturalist and only one thing in mind… diving into the beautiful Lake Frience!

Make sure to bring:

• Good hiking shoes
• A cap
• A water bottle
• Swimwear for Lake Frience

3. A Little Paradise for Young and Old at Lake Frience!

Want to spend a full day relaxing with your children at Lake Frience? This natural gem, easily accessible by public transport (bus 165), welcomes you to an idyllic setting in the heart of the Alpes Vaudoises—for unforgettable family moments!

Here’s what your children will find on site:

• A landscaped lake made up of three basins of varying depths, including a paddling pool up to 40 cm deep (under adult supervision)
• Picnic tables and barbecue areas available
• A Summer Tubing Park where kids can glide down 200 meters of track using inflatable rings
• Free trampolines
• And let’s not forget the wonderful sunny terrace at the Refuge de Frience!

4. Inspector Auer’s Augmented Reality Investigations: A Thrilling Adventure to Experience with Your Children!

For children aged 10 and up, accompanied by an adult, Inspector Auer’s augmented reality investigations offer a fantastic immersion into the imaginative world of bestselling author Marc Voltenauer. Throughout the adventure, set in the heart of the charming village of Gryon, you’ll explore using a tablet provided by the Tourist Office, searching for clues to solve a mysterious murder.

Please note: This activity may not be suitable for very young children.

5. An Easy Mountain Bike Descent from the Top of the Barboleuse–Les Chaux Gondola

Do your kids love cycling and already have some mountain biking experience? Take the gondola from Barboleuse to Les Chaux and set off on the “La Familiale” route, which winds through the historic hamlet of Taveyanne before descending back to Barboleuse! Over the 8.6 km route (about 30 minutes to 1 hour of downhill), you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the entire Alpes Vaudoises. On the final stretch, you can choose to guide your children along the main road if they feel less confident.

Still full of energy? Head over to the Gryon Bike Park, where you can try out the beginner-friendly "Skyline" blue trail – perfect for a first experience with jumps and turns.